Little Rock School District Ionwave #RFP26-015

LRSD Solicits Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy Services for Early Childhood and K-12 Students

The Little Rock School District (LRSD) is seeking qualified providers for occupational, physical, and speech therapy services for Early Childhood (ages 3-5) and K-12 students. - Government Buyer: - Little Rock School District (LRSD) Procurement & Materials Management, Special Programs Department - Services Requested: - Occupational Therapy Services (including Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants) - Physical Therapy Services (including Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants) - Speech Therapy Services (Speech Pathologists) - Services to be delivered in person at schools, childcare facilities, or designated locations; teletherapy allowed only for pre-approved virtual students - Caseload Estimates: - Early Childhood: ~200 students for speech therapy, 50-60 for occupational therapy, 20-30 for physical therapy - K-12 caseloads determined by need - Key Requirements: - Providers must be licensed in Arkansas and possess relevant certifications (e.g., Certificate of Clinical Competence for speech therapists) - Background checks (criminal and child maltreatment registry), AR Medicaid provider number, and professional liability insurance (minimum $500,000) required - Providers must supply their own therapy and testing equipment - Billing is hourly, based on direct and indirect services as specified in IEPs or 504 plans; maximum 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week - No billing for mileage or non-student days; only hours worked are invoiced - Multiple awards possible; assignments based on student needs and vendor ranking - Proposals evaluated on hourly rate, company profile, years in business, therapist qualifications, and references - Adherence to district protocols, orientation attendance, and compliance with state and federal regulations required - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are referenced, as this is a services procurement - Providers may be independent contractors or agencies; no local office required but therapists must be available locally

Description

The Little Rock School District is soliciting proposals for Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy Services for Early Childhood and K-12 students. The contract will be governed by the District's Special Program department. Services include licensed therapy professionals providing direct and indirect therapy according to IEP goals, with billing based on hourly rates. The District may award single or multiple contracts based on the best interest of the District. Proposals will be evaluated on hourly rate, company profile, years in business, therapist qualifications, and references.

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